If you operate an exempt for-hire motor carrier, you may not be required to have the same credentials or insurance coverage as other for-hire motor carriers. Below is some information about exempt for-hire motor carriers and the requirements that apply to them in the United States.
Why would a motor carrier get an unsatisfactory rating?
An unsatisfactory rating can harm your ability to run your business and serve your customers. Understanding how and why unsatisfactory ratings are determined can help you avoid this situation and ensure your business is not interrupted.
What is the Driver Safety Measurement System and how does it work?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) operates several programs and divisions, including the Safety Measurement System (SMS).
How time-weighting for trucking violations works
The Safety Measurement System (SMS) is a program operated by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) to help identify unsafe drivers and prioritize them for intervention.
What is a targeted roadside inspection?
A targeted roadside inspection takes place when the Safety Management System (SMS) of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) triggers results that indicate a driver has recently received a violation.
Do a driver’s safety violations affect a motor carrier’s SMS ranking?
The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) designed the Compliance, Safety, Accountability (CSA) program for two primary reasons. The first is to improve driver safety and the second is to prevent wrecks, injuries, and deaths involving commercial motor vehicles.